Tŷ Rheidol,
Parc Merlin,
Aberystwyth
SY23 3FF
By Nia
Bringing farming closer to consumers and showcasing the important role food producers play in the community in a family-friendly way are just some of the positive outcomes expected from this year’s Garth Country Fair. Hosting the special event, which is now in its third year, are Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) campaign … Continued
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It has been announced today (Thursday 25 July) that William Powell from Crossgates, Llandrindod Wells is the recipient of the 2024 HCC Scholarship. William, who works on the family farm, will focus his study on the suckler cow sector and plans to visit the USA. HCC has been offering this annual scholarship for over twenty … Continued
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Ten individuals from across the red meat supply chain have been named as the first intake for the new and exclusive Meat Minds programme by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC). Launched back in May by HCC, the main aims are to bring passionate and enthusiastic individuals together to develop their knowledge and … Continued
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Falling flock and farm numbers in Wales are now causing real concern and, if unarrested, could cause “irreparable damage” to the livestock industry, the Chair of Hybu Cig Cymru- Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) told an industry audience on Monday (22nd) morning at the Royal Welsh Show. Speaking at the annual breakfast function, HCC Chair Cath … Continued
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A joint seminar organized by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) and Wales YFC will discuss the future of farming for the next generation at the Royal Welsh Show in Llanelwedd. Chaired by Royal Welsh Leadership Group Facilitator and Agri Supply Chain Advisor, Alison Harvey, the seminar will hear from voices across the … Continued
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UK abattoir sheep throughput figures for June reveal a “concerning trend” with sheep numbers slaughtered substantially down in the first six months of this year compared to 2023. Some 5.4 million prime lambs were processed in the first six months of the year, nine per cent down year-on-year and six per cent below 2022 levels. … Continued
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Farmers from across Wales are being encouraged to join a seminar on weatherproof farming for the future at the Royal Welsh Show this year. Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is pleased to be joining forces with the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) Cymru to host this panel discussion, featuring soil health specialist … Continued
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In order to help the industry prepare for the challenges ahead, Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) hosted a joint webinar with The Farming Community Network and LHP Accountants to discuss what steps farmers can take now to prepare for the winter ahead. Joining the webinar were The Farming Community Network Cymru, Wales … Continued
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Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is looking forward to join the wider industry and levy payers at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society’s Sustainable Grass and Muck event, which is held at Aberystwyth University Farm, Trawsgoed on Thursday 30 May 2024. The event provides an excellent opportunity for the levy body highlight the … Continued
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Shoppers switched to Lamb from chicken and other proteins in a standout early spring performance at the retail tills. Roasting joints spearheaded a bumper year-on-year growth, with a remarkable 24 per cent volume increase, constituting 73 per cent of total lamb volume sold, Easter shopping data from consumer experts Kantar reveals. Wales outshone other parts … Continued
